Discover the Scotland Behind the Scenery
Scotland is more than misty Highlands, dramatic castles and legendary lochs. From its fascinating history and distinctive traditions to its food, languages and everyday life, there’s so much to discover beyond the famous sights. Get to know the country before you go, and you’ll see Scotland in a whole new way.
Going to Scotland?
Take Scotland With You
The website is a great place to start. Not Your Parents’ Travel Guide: Scotland goes much further.
Created for curious teens and tweens, the guide helps you understand the places you’re visiting instead of just checking them off a list. Explore Scottish history, food, culture, cities, landmarks, language, everyday life and plenty of things you probably won’t learn from a typical travel guide.
Learn before you go. Explore while you’re there.
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Explore Scotland
Culture & Daily Life
What’s the story behind kilts and tartan? Why are bagpipes such a big deal? And what is everyday life in Scotland actually like? Discover the customs, traditions and cultural quirks you’ll notice when you arrive.
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Food Teens Will Love
Haggis is only the beginning. Discover traditional Scottish dishes, hearty breakfasts, freshly baked shortbread, sweet treats, local specialties and what you’ll actually want to try while you’re there.
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Language Jumpstart
You don’t need to speak Gaelic to travel around Scotland—but learning a few words makes the experience a lot more fun. Discover useful Scottish Gaelic phrases, easy pronunciations, words you’ll see on signs and some of the Scottish slang you’ll actually hear.
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History (No Boring Stuff)
Ancient stone circles, Celtic tribes, fierce clans, Viking invasions, medieval castles and battles for independence—Scotland’s past is full of fascinating stories. Discover the major events that shaped the country and make its castles, ruins, cities and historic landmarks much more meaningful.
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Cities
Edinburgh is only the beginning. Explore Glasgow, Inverness, Stirling, Aberdeen, Dundee, St Andrews and other Scottish cities and towns, each with its own history, culture, personality and things to discover.
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Landmarks
From Edinburgh Castle and the mysterious waters of Loch Ness to the dramatic Isle of Skye, ancient standing stones and historic battlefields, discover some of Scotland’s most incredible places—and why they’re worth seeing.
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The Complete Scotland Teen Travel Guide
Not Your Parents’ Travel Guide: Scotland goes beyond the website with more stories, places, cultural insights, travel tips, quizzes, and fascinating details designed specifically for curious teens and tweens.
Understand more of what you’re seeing, discover things you might otherwise miss, and get more out of every day in Scotland.
Learn before you go. Explore while you’re there.
